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Best New Kickstarters For August 23, 2018

5 New Innovative Kickstarters To Check Out This Week

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Kickstarter is a magical place — or it can be, anyway. Worst of all, though, is when great ideas go unnoticed. That means a great product that could have changed lives never gets the funding it deserved — and often for no good reason.

To help avoid those great ideas falling through the cracks, each week we're bringing you handpicked Kickstarters you should know about. Some may have blown through their funding goal already, and some may be struggling, but they're all producing awesome gear that could make your life that much better.

Honeybird Weighted Blanket

Feeling tired? We hear you. With the always connected, fast-paced lifestyle many of us lead today it seems harder and harder to come down from it all and get a good night's rest. According to the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention " more than a third of adults are not getting enough sleep on a regular basis". Scary we know. However, all hope is not lost. The Honeybird Weighted Blanket is designed specifically to put you at ease and provide your body with the comfort it needs to sleep peacefully. Weighing in at 10% of your body weight the Honeybird offers a gentle hug-like sensation that contours to your body's shape. Unlike some weighted blankets on the market, this blanket is composed of breathable cotton to prevent overheating. Early test reactions include: "It's like a stress ball for your body" "It's like a lullaby for an adult".

Coral UV

Calling all germaphobes, the product of your squeaky, clean dreams has arrived! The Coral UV is a compact sterilization system that uses a waterless UV technology to remove 99.9 % of germs from everyday objects. Whether you're a new parent looking to sterilize baby's bottles, or you simply want to remove the unseen germs from your smartphone, headphones, toothbrush, hairbrush, wedding ring (if you just come to the realization that all your belongings are probably covered in germs, you're not alone), you can place them in the Coral UV and within 10 minutes they'll be fully sterilized.

Whyld Dog Sleeping Bag

Life's better with a dog, and the same goes for camping. However, when the temps drop at night and your pup is trying to riggle into your compact sleeping bag, you're both probably wishing you were back home sleeping in your fully-heated bedroom. Enter the Whyld River DoggyBag. This sleeping bag is designed specifically for man's best friend, to ensure dogs stay warm and toasty throughout their camping slumber. Insulated, lightweight and durable this Doggybag, can easily transition from resting pad to sleeping bag to blanket and back again. Featuring a built-in pad to provide protection from ground chill and an easily portable stuffing sack, Doggybag is set to elevate the canine camping experience -- and yours.

Meteor

There's nothing like a good roll on a foam roller to soothe aching muscles post-workout. The only downside? Foam rollers can be bulky, awkward to transport and they don't provide the heat your sore muscles require to get the optimal massage. That is until the Meteor arrived. Set to take the workout recovery market by storm, this ball-shaped gadget is equipped with two therapeutic heat settings and three vibration settings to increase blood flow, help muscles recuperate, improve future performance and relieve pain. You can easily adjust the settings through the control pad. Roll on the Meteor in your desired position (legs, neck, arms, feet, back) or use it as a warm-up tool.

Pyramid Shades

Tired of hunting the beach for one of the coveted shady spots? The Pyramid Shade is here to save the day. This nifty gadget is a fine example of a simple concept executed well. While some tents and shelters say they are quick and easy to set-up, but end up requiring multiple steps and tools to complete the process, the Pyramid is true to its word. Release the Pyramid from its integrated bag by pulling the drawstrings, pull the legs, pop it pen and fill the pockets. Voila. Full set up in less than 30 seconds. Water resistant and equipped with UV protection the Pyramid will quickly become your go-to essential for everything from beach days to hiking trips to relaxing in the yard.